Warren County scores 63.9 on the composite index, significantly above the national median of 50.0 and placing it near the 28th percentile nationally. This score reflects a county with meaningful livability advantages, though with visible trade-offs across dimensions.
2 / 5
Middle-of-Pack Performance in Mississippi
Warren County ranks in the lower half of Mississippi's counties with a score of 63.9, falling below the state average of 67.5 by 3.6 points. The gap reflects specific vulnerability in risk management and relative weakness in health outcomes.
3 / 5
Moderate Taxes and Balanced Income
Warren County maintains a reasonable tax burden with a score of 78.2 (effective tax rate: 0.855%) and moderate cost score of 79.7, with a median home value of $144,400. The income score of 20.4 and median household income of $56,648 represent the county's strongest wage earnings among these peers.
4 / 5
Environmental Risk Is a Major Concern
Warren County's risk score of 13.7 is the lowest among all eight counties, indicating serious environmental, climate, or disaster vulnerability that should concern residents. Health outcomes (59.7) are middling, and the combination suggests infrastructure or environmental stressors affecting quality of life.
5 / 5
Choose Carefully—Risk Profile Matters Here
Warren County suits families with moderate incomes who have researched and accepted specific environmental or disaster risks in the area. Professionals earning near the $56,000 median can afford the housing and taxes, but should fully understand the county's risk exposure before relocating.
Warren County scores 63.9 on the composite index, significantly above the national median of 50.0 and placing it near the 28th percentile nationally. This score reflects a county with meaningful livability advantages, though with visible trade-offs across dimensions.
Middle-of-Pack Performance in Mississippi
Warren County ranks in the lower half of Mississippi's counties with a score of 63.9, falling below the state average of 67.5 by 3.6 points. The gap reflects specific vulnerability in risk management and relative weakness in health outcomes.
Moderate Taxes and Balanced Income
Warren County maintains a reasonable tax burden with a score of 78.2 (effective tax rate: 0.855%) and moderate cost score of 79.7, with a median home value of $144,400. The income score of 20.4 and median household income of $56,648 represent the county's strongest wage earnings among these peers.
Environmental Risk Is a Major Concern
Warren County's risk score of 13.7 is the lowest among all eight counties, indicating serious environmental, climate, or disaster vulnerability that should concern residents. Health outcomes (59.7) are middling, and the combination suggests infrastructure or environmental stressors affecting quality of life.
Choose Carefully—Risk Profile Matters Here
Warren County suits families with moderate incomes who have researched and accepted specific environmental or disaster risks in the area. Professionals earning near the $56,000 median can afford the housing and taxes, but should fully understand the county's risk exposure before relocating.
Score breakdown
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Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
Warren County taxes remain well below national median
Warren County's effective tax rate of 0.855% is still less than the national median of 0.92%, though it's among the higher-taxing counties in Mississippi. The median annual tax of $1,234 is less than half the national median of $2,690.
Higher than average for Mississippi state
Warren County's 0.855% effective rate ranks in the upper tier statewide, exceeding Mississippi's average of 0.743% by more than 15%. Among the state's 82 counties, Warren is among the top quartile for tax rates.
Highest-taxing county in the south-central region
Warren County's 0.855% rate surpasses all surveyed neighbors: Union (0.576%), Webster (0.574%), Walthall (0.784%), Wayne (0.779%), and Winston (0.648%). Residents pay a regional premium, though still well below the national average.
Median Warren County home: $1,234 annual tax
The median Warren County home valued at $144,400 produces a $1,234 annual property tax bill—the highest among the eight surveyed counties. With a mortgage, that rises to $1,401; without, it drops to $928.
Assessment appeals may reduce your burden
Warren County's higher effective rate makes accurate assessments especially important for homeowners seeking relief. Request your assessment record, verify it against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, and file an appeal with the county assessor if overvaluation appears evident.
Warren County renters spend 18.8% of income on housing, below both the national standard and most peer regions. The median household income of $56,648 keeps pace with the local rent median of $889, creating stable affordability.
Among Mississippi's most affordable
Warren County's 18.8% rent-to-income ratio ranks among the state's best, outperforming the Mississippi average of 19.6%. Median rent of $889 tops the state average of $782, yet strong local incomes make it manageable.
Slightly pricier but income-supportive
Warren County's $889 rent slightly exceeds Union County ($910 reversed—Union is higher), but Warren residents earn about the same ($56,648 vs. $56,807). The region's higher incomes and moderate rents make Warren competitive for families.
Homeownership premium justified
Warren County homeowners pay $833 monthly versus renters at $889—a narrow $56 gap, unusual in rural Mississippi. With median home values at $144,400 and household income at $56,648, housing consumes 18.8% of budgets for renters.
Warren: balanced housing, solid incomes
Families comparing Warren County to higher-burden counties like Washington (23.5%) or Wayne (25.6%) will find measurably better affordability. This county's combination of moderate rents, decent homeownership costs, and stable incomes makes it a strong relocation candidate.
Warren County's median household income of $56,648 exceeds Mississippi's state average of $48,514 by 17%, reflecting relatively stronger local earning power. Yet it remains 24% below the national median of $74,755, highlighting the persistent income gap between Mississippi and wealthier regions.
Upper-middle rank statewide
Warren County places in the upper third of Mississippi's 82 counties, outearning approximately 55 counties across the state. This position reflects a more diversified economic base anchored by Vicksburg's regional commerce and government presence.
Regional leader with strong per capita income
Warren County's $56,648 median income ties with Union County and exceeds Winston County ($49,071), Walthall County ($45,444), and all lower-income neighbors in the region. Its per capita income of $33,217 is the highest among these eight counties, signaling broader prosperity.
Tight housing affordability metrics
With a rent-to-income ratio of 18.8%, Warren County households maintain solid housing affordability relative to income. The median home value of $144,400 is reasonable for the local income level, supporting sustainable homeownership.
Leverage regional strength for growth
Warren County's higher income and per capita earnings create a foundation for wealth-building through diversified investments and homeownership appreciation. Take advantage of employer retirement benefits, then explore additional savings vehicles to accelerate long-term financial goals.
Warren County's life expectancy of 70.9 years matches Mississippi's state average, though it remains nearly 5.5 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. With a poor/fair health rate of 22.4%—above the national 18%—Warren shows mixed outcomes by national standards.
Right at the state median, stronger on access
At 70.9 years life expectancy, Warren County equals Mississippi's state average, placing it in the middle tier of the state's counties. However, its uninsured rate of 11.7% sits well below the state average of 13.9%, reflecting stronger coverage.
Regional leader in healthcare providers
Warren County dominates neighboring counties with 67 primary care providers per 100K—nearly double Union County's 36 and well above Walthall's 51. Its mental health capacity is exceptional: 622 providers per 100K towers over all peers, making Warren a regional healthcare hub.
Best-in-region access and coverage
Warren County residents benefit from the region's lowest uninsured rate at 11.7% and the strongest provider networks by far. With 67 primary care and 622 mental health providers per 100K, Warren County offers the most accessible healthcare infrastructure in its area.
Maintaining coverage for better outcomes
Even with strong coverage rates, uninsured residents in Warren County can access affordable plans through healthcare.gov or Medicaid. Keeping or gaining insurance ensures you can use the county's excellent provider network.
Warren County's composite risk score of 86.29 earns a relatively moderate rating, placing it significantly above Mississippi's state average of 50.94. This elevated score reflects multiple serious hazards that residents should understand and prepare for.
High-risk county in Mississippi
Warren County ranks among the higher-risk counties in Mississippi, with its 86.29 score positioning it in the top tier of disaster exposure. Only a handful of Mississippi counties face comparably severe natural hazard combinations.
Riskiest in its region
Warren County's risk profile significantly exceeds nearby Union County (43.51) and most other surrounding areas, making it the riskiest county in its immediate vicinity. Only Washington County (82.98) approaches similar threat levels nearby.
Tornadoes and flooding dominate
Warren County residents face extreme tornado risk (91.73), among the highest in the state, combined with substantial flood exposure (72.84) from the Mississippi River. Earthquake (74.30) and hurricane (74.13) risks round out a serious threat profile.
Essential: flood and wind coverage
Warren County homeowners must secure comprehensive flood insurance given the 72.84 flood risk score—standard policies don't cover flood damage. Additionally, ensure your homeowners policy includes strong wind and hail coverage to protect against the county's 91.73 tornado threat.